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Winnipeg-born NHL player Brendan Leipsic’s contract terminated by Washington Capitals

The Washington Capitals announced in a statement Friday morning that Brendan Leipsic has been placed on unconditional waivers for the purposes of terminating his contract.




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'Call of Duty' sets its sights on 'Fortnite,' domination of battle royale video games

Free-to-play online games such as "Fortnite" will probably earn about $88 billion globally in 2020. Activision's new "Call of Duty" enters the fray.

      




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With natural prey like capelin and shrimp in decline, cod are eating their young: DFO

The once mighty northern cod stocks' growth is stalled according to DFO science. Ecosystem conditions including a lack of food are contributing factors. Fish harvesters say in the bigger picture though, the numbers are moving in the right direction.



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WeChat's surveillance of international users boosts censorship in China, researchers say

WeChat is one of the world’s most popular apps, but researchers at the University of Toronto caution it is surveilling international users and using their information to broaden censorship on the app in China.



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Coronavirus: Protective costumes from Chernobyl donated to help healthcare workers

Protective gear from The Crown, The Young Pope and Vikings have also been sent to key workers




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Gogglebox's Jonathan Tapper left 'fighting for life' during coronavirus battle

52-year-old appeared on the series from 2013 until 2018




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Ellen Pompeo: Grey's Anatomy star criticised for 'victim shaming' Harvey Weinstein's sexual assault accusers in resurfaced video

'I truly do wonder what's going on inside of her brain,' one outraged tweeter wrote




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Gangs of London, review: An unholy combination of EastEnders and The Raid that never quite gels

There's a lot to love about the fantastical and immaculately choreographed violence, but Sky's buzzy crime thriller otherwise tends to wallow in giggle-inducing melodrama




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Big Night In: Coronation Street's Liz McDonald crashes EastEnders sketch

Liz McDonald crashed the Queen Vic's virtual pub quiz




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Andy Cohen speaks out against 'discriminatory' rules barring gay and bisexual men from donating blood during coronavirus crisis

'My blood could save a life, but instead it's over here boiling'




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Brad Pitt destroys Trump with Dr Anthony Fauci impersonation on Saturday Night Live

Fauci has been a leading member of Trump's coronavirus task force




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Primates review: A fascinating, fresh-air documentary to watch in lockdown

From bearded capuchins to yellow baboons, the furry creatures in BBC1's new nature series are a reminder we have a lot in common with our closest animal relatives




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The Apprentice's Lottie Lion apologises after impersonating fellow candidate in 'racist' Instagram video

Lion says she meant it as 'light entertainment for fans during these difficult times'




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VE Day: A Nation at Peace review – coronavirus lends a grim relevance to this sobering documentary

What was probably intended as a relaxing Sunday-night nostalgia-fest has become something else entirely during lockdown




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Coronation Street will address coronavirus crisis when filming resumes

Production on the soap was suspended in March




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National Treasure series from Jerry Bruckheimer coming to Disney+

A third film is also in the works




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David Attenborough: 15 of the naturalist's best quotes

In celebration of his 94th birthday




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Arion: Voyage of a Slavic Soul review – rich lyricism from Natalya Romaniw

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Natalya Romaniw (soprano), Lada Valešová (piano)

The on-the-rise soprano excels in this deeply personal Russian-Czech recital

Born in Swansea of Ukrainian descent, the outstanding young soprano Natalya Romaniw was singing – stunningly – the title role of Puccini’s Madam Butterfly at English National Opera when Covid-19 restrictions forced the abrupt termination of the run. She should also have performed the title role of Dvořák’s water nymph, Rusalka, at Garsington Opera this summer, where she made an impact in Tchaikovsky’s Eugene Onegin in 2016 and Smetana’s The Bartered Bride last summer. Disappointing for her at this turning point of her career, and for her growing number of fans.

Romaniw’s new album, Arion: Voyage of a Slavic Soul – dedicated to the memory of her Ukrainian grandfather, “my great musical inspiration”, explores repertoire by the Russians Tchaikovsky, Rimsky-Korsakov and Rachmaninov, and the Czechs Dvořák, Janáček and Novák. The pianist Lada Valešová captures the varied colours of the piano writing expertly, an equal and supportive partner. These 28 songs, especially the folk-rich examples by Janáček and Novák, suit Romaniw’s generous, big-toned voice, its timbre flecked and speckled with character and emotion. The eight songs by Dvořák grouped as Love Songs, Op 83, melancholy and lyrical, make us even more impatient to hear her Rusalka when the time comes.

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Panicked over 'murder hornets,' people killing native bees we desperately need...


Panicked over 'murder hornets,' people killing native bees we desperately need...


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Ben Roberts-Smith defamation case postponed over Covid-19 and national security concerns

Victoria Cross recipient’s suit against Nine newspapers can’t be held until in-person hearings resume after coronavirus

The highly anticipated defamation trial brought by Victoria Cross recipient Ben Roberts-Smith against the Age and the Sydney Morning Herald will not go ahead next month after the federal court ruled a remote hearing under Covid-19 rules may breach national security.

The delay in the case came as justice Anthony Besanko said he had to consider whether to delay the trial despite a submission that Roberts-Smith and his family are suffering from the ongoing publication of articles by the Nine newspapers.

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Joe Wicks wins Guinness World Record for YouTube views as 'nation's PE teacher'




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Real Housewives star Kara Keough donates baby's organs after her son dies tragically during birth

McCoy is Keough's second child with her husband, Kyle Bosworth




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Ed Sheeran 'donates over £1 million to local charities'

The singer has reportedly handed over cash to good causes in his hometown of Suffolk




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Who plays Aadi in Coronation Street? Meet new actor Adam Hussain taking over from Zennon Ditchett

Hussain made his debut on Wednesday's show




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Nicole Scherzinger takes on TikTok dance challenge - and aces it, naturally

The star gave the Blinding Lights TikTok challenge a go while clad in fluorescent exercise gear




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Shirley Knight death: Oscar-nominated actress dies aged 83

Oscar-nominated actress Shirley Knight has died aged 83.




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Gogglebox's Jonathan Tapper says weight loss helped him beat coronavirus

Jonathan Tapper says he "couldn't move at one point" and was "really struggling for breath"




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Beyoncé teams up with Twitter CEO to make huge coronavirus donation

The superstar has made a donation through her BeyGood foundation




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Craig Revel Horwood and boyfriend Jonathan Myring announce engagement

The couple met while the judge was on the Strictly tour




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Sacha Baron Cohen and Isla Fisher donate planeload of PPE for NHS staff

The donation included 50,000 protective coveralls and 100,000 masks




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Millie Bobby Brown supports 'nation's heroes' with £15,000 donation to NHS charities

Stranger Things star Millie Bobby Brown told NHS staff to "keep up the brilliant work" as she made a £15,000 donation to staff on the frontline of the coronavirus pandemic.​




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Apple dominates the smartwatch market as sales rise despite COVID-19 pandemic, report says

Apple holds 55% market share in the smartwatch category followed by Samsung and Garmin. Sales rose despite the coronavirus pandemic.

      




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National Password Day project: A unique password for every website you go to

We need to have a different strong, password for every website we go to. Password managers like Dashlane and 1Password help us remember them.

      




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Run 5, Donate 5 challenge: How to get involved in the Run For Heroes to raise money for the NHS

Coronavirus: The Symptoms




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You can now virtually explore the USA's most breathtaking National Parks - here's how

A new era of travel is here




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Designer Destinations: Piece of White's designer on living in Vietnam and why London is her favourite city

Laura Hampson talks to Zeynep Tansug about growing up in Turkey and family ski holidays to Aspen




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Designer Destinations: Auree designer on her favourite Greek beach only accessible by boat

Auree designer Amelia Bainbridge tells Laura Hampson about childhood holidays to Italy, her favourite restaurant in Bangkok and her suitcase mantra




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Designer Destinations: ALINKA designer on St. Petersburg's old world decadence and where to find the best view of the Mediterranean

On the launch of the new collection, AMALFI, we chat to ALINKA's designer about her love of the namesake Italian coastline




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Alternative honeymoons: 10 destinations that aren't the Maldives

​Use this enforced downtime to dream up your perfect honeymoon. Stay home and start planning, says Suzannah Ramsdale




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The winner announcement for the 2020 International Booker Prize has been postponed

The winner will be announced 'late summer', organisers say




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How the nation's self-isolation has made one single mum feel more connected than ever

Lockdown life is raising new challenges for all of us, but the experience may help people empathise with single parents more, writes single mother and The Mother Edit blogger, Rebecca Cox




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This natural spray is the caring alternative to hand sanitiser you need to know

The natural germ buster is giving a helping hand




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Prince Louis echoes Prince William's signature dressed-down look for birthday pictures

Like father, like son




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Wizz Air resumes London flights to European destinations despite lockdown

The Government has faced pressure from airline bosses, tour firms and passengers to offer certainty around refunds for cancelled Easter and summer holidays.




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Bvlgari to donate 160,000 units of hand sanitiser to the NHS in May

The Italian jeweller is extending its efforts to the UK




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How to take a virtual tour of the National Trust's bluebells

Plus tips from a National Trust gardener on how to grow your own at home




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Karlie Kloss, Usain Bolt and Eminem have all donated items to this raffle for Covid-19

Nab yourself some one-of-a-kind pieces




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Bank holiday dates 2020: When is the next national holiday in the UK?

There isn't long to wait until the next Bank Holiday




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How to add the donation sticker on TikTok and Instagram to help raise money for charities

Going live on social media? Add a donation sticker while you're at it